The world's first mozzarella bar, Obika combines the presentation of a simple sushi bar with high quality Italian products and ingredients to create a fresh and unique dining experience. Serving a number of Italian dishes, pizzas and antipasti, the bar also offer a tapas style menu based around the star ingredient, mozzarella.

The world's first mozzarella bar, Obika combines the presentation of a simple sushi bar with high quality Italian products and ingredients to create a fresh and unique dining experience. Serving a number of Italian dishes, pizzas..
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Running since 1955, Spaghetti House was set up by Northern Italians Lorenzo Fraquelli and Simone Lavarni and it still regarded as a family business. After opening their first restaurant on Goodge Street, there are now a number of Spaghetti Houses across London. The menu offers an extensive range of classic Italian dishes, from bruschetta and caprese to lasagne, spaghetti and pizza. There's also a good children's menu and deals are frequently available.

Running since 1955, Spaghetti House was set up by Northern Italians Lorenzo Fraquelli and Simone Lavarni and it still regarded as a family business. After opening their first restaurant on Goodge Street, there are now a number of..
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Blending Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese cuisines, as well as a whole host of lesser-known delicacies from across Asia, Cocochan's broad spectrum of influences means it's not one for the indecisive. That said, divided into seven sections including soups, dim sum, sushi/sashimi and salads, the menu certainly has something for everyone. Starters include chargrilled green chicken cutlets with tamarind and date chutney, or Vietnamese pancakes with shrimp, avocado, mint, and coriander with spicy sauce. Main courses include a range of speciality dishes from Asia with a modern twist, including aromatic lamb strips with lettuce and chilli lime, caramelised sembal tiger prawns and aged beef strip loin with ginger, soy and gochujang chilli bean paste. Slick, attractive and dimly lit, Cocochan, which is in the heart of London's shopping district, was designed by L'Autre Monde and set up by one of the men behind Gaucho. A year-round terrace sits 20 while the ground floor covers 80 and includes some romantic snug areas where guests can get a little privacy. An adjoining lounge bar is open until midnight with DJs playing world music from 8pm.Cocochan: Full review in The Lowe Down

Blending Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese cuisines, as well as a whole host of lesser-known delicacies from across Asia, Co..
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Perched along Duke Street in the heart of London's West End, Bella Italia Duke Street is a top spot for affordable Italian dining.
With a handful of the capital's major theatres close by, pre theatre diners flock to this branch of Bella Italia for a tasty meal before the show.
Dishes such as Penne Marco Polo (duck in plum sauce served atop penne pasta) or Pollo Cacciatore (chicken breast topped with mozzarella and smoky bacon and tomato sauce) feature on an extensive menu. Round off with desserts such as Mascarpone Cheesecake served with red berry compote.
Bella Italia offers something for all tastes and is very well priced for this part of the capital.

Perched along Duke Street in the heart of London's West End, Bella Italia Duke Street is a top spot for affordable Italian dining.
With a handful of the capital's major theatres close by, pre theatre diners flock to this branch..
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French bistro Aubaine is now available for shoppers at Selfridges, situated right in the heart of the new Shoe Galleries section of the store. The perfect venue to relax and refuel whilst in the middle of considering your shoe purchases, Aubaine offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options alongside a light day menu and a lavish patisserie. There's plenty of contemporary French cuisine to choose from, whether you need just a light snack in between shopping hours or a lengthy three course meal. Designed to resemble a Hampton's beach house, with made to order furniture and shoe-themed interiors, this French bistro is the perfect pit stop for shoppers.

French bistro Aubaine is now available for shoppers at Selfridges, situated right in the heart of the new Shoe Galleries section of the store. The perfect venue to relax and refuel whilst in the middle of considering your shoe pu..
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Whether you are out on a shopping spree, taking a break from a hard day's work or just in need of refuelling, Spaghetti House on Duke Street serves delicious plates of pasta and glasses of wines for a wonderful way to revitalise body and soul. In a perfect location for theatre-goers, close to the London Palladium and Bond Street tube station, Spaghetti House offers generous portions of pasta, fantastic stone-baked pizzas and lean (in taste, not size) meat dishes, as well as healthy fish options and surprisingly filling salads. Open and spacious, Spaghetti House on Duke Street features a mixture of classic stuccos and frescos, brought together by modern and comfortable furnishings and subdued lighting in addition to a private room, perfect for parties.

Whether you are out on a shopping spree, taking a break from a hard day's work or just in need of refuelling, Spaghetti House on Duke Street serves delicious plates of pasta and glasses of wines for a wonderful way to revitalise ..
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With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since it opened way back in 1989.
Now with over 90 sites across the country it's just the place to mull over the morning papers with a cafe au lait and a croissant, pop in for a spot of lunch, share a post-work drink or relax over an evening meal.
The menu covers a range of French classics from croques and baguettes, ideal for a quick and easy snack, to more substantial fare such as steak frites and boeuf bourguignon. Likewise, the wines are predominately French; many made by lesser known producers, and provide the perfect accompaniment to the food on offer.
No hassle, no rush, no skinny- decaff-double-shot-to-go, just a vibrant atmosphere that moves with your moods throughout the day.

With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since it opened way back in 1989.
Now with over 90 sites across the country it's just t..
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Following the success of the flagship restaurant in Rome, Assunta Madre is found in one of London's most desirable dining locations: Mayfair. Flying in fresh fish daily from its Rome counterpart, which has been the haunt of a lengthy line-up of big-name film and sports stars, Assunta Madre in Mayfair is an elegant yet unassuming destination.

Following the success of the flagship restaurant in Rome, Assunta Madre is found in one of London's most desirable dining locations: Mayfair. Flying in fresh fish daily from its Rome counterpart, which has been the haunt of a len..
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On Brook Street, Mayfair Exchange specialises in contemporary British dining with an extensive menu, wines from around the world, cocktails and beer. For those special occasions diners can choose from three private dining rooms - Cuvee Louise, Vintage and Burgundy. The menu offers delicious treats like London-smoked Scottish salmon, and fish and chips. For a more social dining experience choose a mezze, charcuterie, seafood or Mediterranean sharing board.

On Brook Street, Mayfair Exchange specialises in contemporary British dining with an extensive menu, wines from around the world, cocktails and beer. For those special occasions diners can choose from three private dining rooms -..
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At Levant the theme is caring and sharing. This exotic eaterie oozes middle eastern charm and London chic and offers the chance to cosy up to your beloved in a relaxed basement atmosphere. Tuck into a massive platter of the finest Middle Eastern cuisine and lap up the mystique of your surroundings.
Head chef Mike Smith is the only thing about the place that is not authentic, bringing a western finesse to even the most unpronounceable of dishes. Choose from an array of shish lamb and chicken kebabs, succulent almond coated squid or octopus salad. Their falafel is second to none and there are hoardes of other exciting dishes to explore together. End your meal pleasantly puffing away on a chichas pipe.

At Levant the theme is caring and sharing. This exotic eaterie oozes middle eastern charm and London chic and offers the chance to cosy up to your beloved in a relaxed basement atmosphere. Tuck into a massive platter of the fine..
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The ultimate expression of Gordon Ramsay's mission to bring simplicity back to top-end dining is Maze Grill. There are a couple of other meat and fish options, and some sturdy starters, but the bulk of the menu is different weights of various lumps of cow, from the cheap-and-cheerful rump of Casterbridge grain-fed all the way up to the Gold Style 9th Grade Wagyu, imported from Japan. The meat is cooked in an American broiler, which is superheated to create that charred on the outside, blue in the middle cooking style that serious carnivores love so much. Before you eat, the chefs will bring you the meat raw, so you can admire the marbling of the fat. It's an incredibly macho dining style, but the room is light and airy - successfully designed to feel like the kitchen/breakfast room in a posh Hampstead home - and friendly staff ensure that it doesn't feel intimidating.

The ultimate expression of Gordon Ramsay's mission to bring simplicity back to top-end dining is Maze Grill. There are a coup..
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Agnar Sverrisson and Xavier Rousset opened a second 28-50 wine bar and kitchen in Marylebone in May 2012 following the success of the original 28-50 Fetter Lane. Spread over two floors, the French bistro style venue features two dining rooms and a 12-seater bar. The menu offers classic French dishes and the extensive wine list has plenty of choice by the bottle, glass and carafe. A third 28-50 Wine Workshop & Kitchen opens in September 2013 on Maddox Street, and the pair also own the Michelin-starred Texture restaurant.

Agnar Sverrisson and Xavier Rousset opened a second 28-50 wine bar and kitchen in Marylebone in May 2012 following the success of the original 28-50 Fetter Lane. Spread over two floors, the French bistro style venue features two ..
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The name Gordon Ramsay has become synonymous with exquisite food and excellent service and his exacting standards are present in every aspect of this superb culinary operation. Maze is an extremely smart boutique restaurant serving French classics infused with Asian flavours the kitchen staff here are obviously trusted with his reputation and deservedly so. Confidently applying a unique twist on tradition, Maze encourages diners to break from the standard a la carte menu by offering an attractive selection of diverse tasting dishes. Small but perfectly formed, six to eight plates are recommended per meal. For those whose palates enjoy being tantalised and treated with different tastes and textures this is the perfect dining experience. Such a sublime eating experience requires a suitably sublime location and Maze's Mayfair address combined with its outlook over Grosvenor Square gardens has to be one of the best in London. Inside it's all simple, chic modern decor aimed at providing a simple backdrop to the main focus - the food. For those after a bit more stimulation a seat at the Chef's Table provides diners with the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive menu prepared in close proximity. Needless to say you need to book well ahead in order to claim such privileges. The best restaurant in London? Probably. Best for: Ramsay style French cooking with a twist, tasting menu and Mayfair location.

The name Gordon Ramsay has become synonymous with exquisite food and excellent service and his exacting standards are present in every aspect of this superb culinary operation. Maze is an extremely smart boutique restaurant servi..
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Norwegian red king crab and hand selected Angus beef are the mainstay of the menu at this steak and crab restaurant in Marylebone from the group behind the Goodman steak restaurants and Burger and Lobster. Beast serves a three-course set menu with a surf 'n' turf main course consisting of King crab from the Arctic Circle, and American beef steaks. It costs a steep £75 a head (without booze) and there are no substitutions or 'off menu' ordering. But once you've digested and accepted that rather hefty price tag you'll soon get in the spirt of things. According to GQ magazine, "within half an hour you'll be wearing a special bib, spattered in crab juice and won't be able to hear each other above the roar."

Norwegian red king crab and hand selected Angus beef are the mainstay of the menu at this steak and crab restaurant in Marylebone from the group behind the Goodman steak restaurants and Burger and Lobster. Beast serves a three-co..
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